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The Coronavirus Directions 2020
NHS England is taking on powers that are usually held by the Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) to commission services in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 and annual leave
Can we cancel booked annual leave? Can we make staff carry forward annual leave into the next leave year? Can we force staff to take holiday?
Urgent NHS Vacant Space Requirement
Hempsons, as a member of the Primary Care Premises Forum, has been asked to assist with the urgent collection of data on vacant and to let primary care accommodation for potential use during the current Covid-19 emergency.
The Government issues the first Procurement Policy Note of 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 on procurement
The Government has today issued the first Procurement Policy Note of 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 on procurement.
Covid-19 employment law implications for your practice
We can help you with legal issues impacting your practice as a result of Covid-19 or the practice generally. Click here for details.
So, what now for PCNs?
At the special conference of LMCs on 11th March an overwhelming majority (3 to 2) voted in favour of resolutions. Could this be the end of PCNs?
Coronavirus update for our clients – updated 13 March 2020
As news of the coronavirus continues to dominate headlines, at Hempsons we are taking all necessary steps to ensure that we continue to provide the high level of service you have come to expect from us.
What exactly is the Court of Protection? Philippa Doyle appears in Care Home Management
Philippa Doyle appears in Care Home Management's March/April issue to discuss Court of Protection.
Don’t Neglect Your Partnership
With the focus on primary care networks and integrated care systems in recent months, attention might have shifted from housekeeping around medical partnerships.
Hempsons to exhibit & speak at the Dementia, Care & Nursing Home Expo 2020
Hempsons will again be both exhibiting and speaking at the Dementia, Care & Nursing Home Expo taking place at the NEC in Birmingham on 17 & 18 March 2020 where Philippa Doyle will be speaking on 'All things Court of Protection'.
Looking forward to the new Procure 2020 construction framework and the new Hilary Mantel novel
The Hempsons team speculate what the Procure 2020 framework might offer to an NHS estates sector eager for solutions.
What contract to use when taking on staff
Are you considering taking on staff, but unsure about the basis on which to engage them? Should you opt for a free-lancer, or offer an employment contract? This article addresses the most common questions about employment status, with particular focus on the risks and benefits of self-employment.
Client Spotlight: Wilf Ward Family Trust – Creating a culture of excellence
The Wilf Ward Family Trust provides supported living accommodation and residential care services for people with learning disabilities across the Yorkshire and Humber region.
Statutory Books – Keep them up to date or be fined!
Sana Sadiq, Solicitor in the corporate healthcare team at law firm Hempsons, considers the importance of maintaining company statutory registers.